Anniversaries

Harding

Pat and Bert Harding are celebrating their 66th Wedding Anniversary-and Pat's 90th birthday! Come help them celebrate with an Open House on Sunday, March 17th from 12:00 to 2:00pm at the First Christian Church at 900 Lincolnshire Place in Coralville. Pat was born on March 17, 1923 in Lake Williams, North Dakota. Pat and Bert were married on March 8, 1947 at the First Christian Church in Altoona, Iowa.

They have five children: Ron (Mary) Harding of Chandler, Arizona; Bob Harding of Coralville; Sue (John) Galea of Terre Haute, Indiana; Cathy (Art) Chapman of Lone Tree; and Rick Harding of Waimea, Hawaii. They have eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. No gifts please; just bring a story to share. If unable to attend, a card may be sent to them at:

PO Box 667Lone Tree, IA 52755

Shubatt

Jack and Joan Shubatt of Iowa City are celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary. They were married on March 7, 1953.They are the parents of: Gary (Cindy) of Cedar Rapids, Robert (Pat) of Minneapolis, Susan of Iowa City, and Michael (Amy) of Dubuque. They have ten grandchildren.

Dear Mom and Dad,Thank you for inspiring all of us with your love and devotion throughout the years. You have set a wonderful example of the things that really matter in life. You have always taken the time to listen to us, to be there for us, and especially, your unconditional love for us. Congratulations on 60 years together. We love you with all of our hearts and souls.

Love,Your Family

Reynolds

Gary and Christine (Larson) Reynolds of Kalona are celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary. They were married March 3, 1973, at Zion Lutheran Church in Iowa City. They are the parents of two children: Matthew (Gina) Reynolds of Cedar Rapids and Amanda Reynolds (Augusto Meglio) of Schaumburg, Illinois. They also have three grandchildren: Kyra and Jacob Reynolds and Mason Meglio.

Wilson

Dale and Judy Wilson of rural Iowa City will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on March 2nd. Dale and the former Judy Ernst were married March 2, 1963 at Zion Lutheran Church in Iowa City.

Their children are Tracy Hodges of Coralville, Troy Wilson (Jillian) of Kalona and the late Todd Wilson. They also have six grandchildren.

Zikmund

Thomas and Roberta (Voss) Zikmund are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary! They were married on February 16, 1963 at St. Charles Borromeo in Melrose Park, Illinois. Thomas, from Bensenville, and Roberta, from Stone Park, met on a whim in July of 1962. Tom's friend, on his way to meet his girlfriend and one of her friends (Roberta), happened to drive by and offer Tom a ride to join them. Roberta's youthful grace and Tom's witty charm made them a match for life. They have three children: Bruce (Kiki) of Orland Park, Illinois; Kyle (Stephanie) of Roselle, Illinois; and Todd (Erin) of Coralville. They also have six grandchildren. After raising their three sons in the Chicagoland suburbs, the couple is now enjoying retirement in Iowa City.

Lavely

Calvin and Betty Lavely celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary this week with family. They were married at the Trinity Methodist Church in Riverside, Iowa on February 14, 1953. They are the parents of four proud children: Judy (Jim) Houghton of Iowa City, John (Julie) of Oxford, Jeff (Becky) of Riverside and Jane of North Liberty. They are blessed with twelve grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Calvin and Betty reside in Iowa City and enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing bingo and greeting people at their wooden bowl booth during the summer Farmer's Market. This special occasion was celebrated with love and good wishes at a family dinner in the Amanas.

Forbes

Keith and Ruth Forbes celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on February 14th!. They are the parents of Paul Forbes (deceased), Gwen (Gary) Schmitt, and Kevin (Lisa) Forbes. They have eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, another great-grandchild expected in July, and two great-stepchildren. Cards may be sent to them at:

Lone Tree Care Center501 E. Pioneer RoadLone Tree, IA 52755.

Rohm

Charles and Karen (Kemper) Rohm are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary! They were married on February 16, 1963 in Davenport. They have five children: Todd of Honolulu, Hawaii; Jeff of Coralville; Lisa of Tiffin; Mark of Des Moines; and Deb of Milwaukee. Family and friends are invited to help them celebrate on Sunday, February 17th from 11:00am - 3:00pm at North Ridge Pavilion in Coralville (2250 Holiday Road).

No gifts please.

Shay

William "Bill" and Mary "Bobbie" (Quinlan) Shay of Iowa City are celebrating their 65th Wedding Anniversary. They were married February 7th 1948 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clinton, Iowa.

Weldon

Jim and Sandy Weldon of Oxford are celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary! Jim Weldon and Sandy Shanahan were married on January 20, 1973 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williamsburg. They have three children: Aimee (Gary) Pitlick of Oxford; Allison (Shawn) Donovan of North Liberty; and Andy Weldon of Swisher. They also have eight grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to an impromptu SURPRISE 40th Anniversary Celebration this evening at 6:30pm in Williamsburg at Stone Creek Country Club.

Durian

Fred and Sue (Paul) Durian are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary today! They were married on Jan. 26, 1963 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Iowa City. They are the parents of Denise (Mike) Gannon and Kelly (Ann) Durian. They have eight grandchildren: Rachael, Jacob, Maria, Jonathan and James Gannon and Erin, Leigh and Gwyneth Durian.Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad! Thank you for all that you have done for us.

We love you, Your Children and Grandchildren

Jenn

Melvin and Marcia (Willey) Jenn of Iowa City are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary. They were married December 20, 1962, at St Mary's Catholic Church in Iowa City.

They are the parents of: Kevin (Lynn) Jenn of Lakeville, Minnesota; Tina Jenn (deceased) and Melissa (Sam) McDonald of Rosemount, Minnesota. They have five grandchildren: Kailey and Nicki Jenn and Mason, Sydney and Shayla McDonald.

The couple will celebrate in the spring with a family vacation to Cancun, Mexico.

Help them celebrate by sending cards to:

1505 Hollywood BlvdIowa City, IA 52240

Ruppert

Jeff and Jean Ruppert of Iowa City were married on December 9, 1977.Dear Mom and Dad,You set a wonderful example of the things that really matter in life ? things like taking time to laugh and love and listen. Thank you for the closeness we have as a family, for all the good times we still share, and especially for the first and best lesson you ever taught ... how to love.

Happy 35th Anniversary!!!

Love,Jennifer, Jon, Michaela and Ryan Ashleigh

Bednarz

William and Linda Bednarz are celebrating their 35th Wedding Anniversary. They were married on November 26, 1977 at St. Joseph's Church in Bellevue, Iowa. They have two children: Renee (Dan) Sweeting and Ryan (Ariel) Bednarz. They also have two grandchildren, Piper and William Sweeting. Another grandchild, Ryan and Ariel's baby, is due in April. They are planning a trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Fisher

Jim and Sue Fisher of Coralville are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary tomorrow! They were married on November 11, 1962. They have two children: Scott (Lori) Fisher of North Liberty and Roma (Troy) Byers of Coralville. They also have seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Help them celebrate by sending cards to: